The Jason Statham Quiz

If you like your leading men laconic, capable and ready for a challenge, Jason Statham is probably on your short list of favorites. This action star does serious damage -- at the box office -- without taking himself too seriously in the process.

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Question 1 of 30

Statham often plays a reluctant hero. In what major franchise is he cast against type as a truly furious baddie?

"Revolver"

"The Transporter"

"Furious 7"

That would be 2015's "Furious 7."

Question 2 of 30

Statham and director Guy Ritchie have worked together in how many films?

two

three

By 2015, they'd collaborated in three films: "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels," "Snatch" and "Revolver."

five

Question 3 of 30

Statham made his comedic debut in what popular motion picture?

"Spy"

We get to see Statham's funny side in the 2015 action comedy "Spy," which also stars the irrepressible Melissa McCarthy.

"Snatch"

"Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels"

Question 4 of 30

In "The Expendables," Statham plays knife expert Lee Christmas. With three "Expendable" films in release and one in production (due out in 2017), how many include Statham's character?

two

three

four

That would be all four.

Question 5 of 30

The first "Transporter" film, about a delivery man with very special talents, was released in what year?

2000

2002

That would be 2002. The sequel, "Transporter 2," was released in 2005.

2005

Question 6 of 30

Although primarily a movie star, Statham has done voice work. In what video game is he the voice of Sergeant Waters?

"Call to Duty"

He's the voice of Sergeant Waters in 2003's "Call to Duty." He is also the voice of Shrike in the video game "Red Faction II."

"Grand Theft Auto"

"Halo 5: Guardians"

Question 7 of 30

Statham is the voice of Tybalt in what 2011 animated movie?

"Gnomeo & Juliet"

That would be "Gnomeo & Juliet."

"Happy Feet Two"

"Green Lantern: Emerald Knights"

Question 8 of 30

In which two films did Statham star alongside Ray Liotta?

"Revolver" and "Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale"

He and Liotta starred in "Revolver" (2005) and again in "In the Name of the King: A Dungeon Siege Tale (2007)."

"Snatch" and "The Italian Job"

"Crank" and "Death Race"

Question 9 of 30

Statham played the lead in "Crank," a popular action film that resulted in a sequel. Name it.

"Crank: High Voltage"

That would be the 2009 film "Crank: High Voltage."

"Heart Rate"

"Death Race"

Question 10 of 30

In what film franchise did he star with "Sylvester Stallone?"

"Fast and Furious"

"The Expendables"

He starred with Stallone in "The Expendables."

"Die Hard"

Question 11 of 30

What was Statham's first film?

"Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels"

He was cast as Bacon, a con artist, in 1998's "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels."

"The Transporter"

"Mean Machine"

Question 12 of 30

Before being discovered by Guy Ritchie and cast in "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels," what was Statham's profession?

a model

Statham was working as a model and as a professional diver.

a test driver

a doorman

Question 13 of 30

In what breakout film did he star with actors Brad Pitt and Benicio del Toro?

"The Italian Job"

"The One"

"Snatch"

That would be "Snatch," in which he played Turkish, an ethically ambiguous boxing promoter. Released in 2000, it was his second collaboration with director Guy Ritchie.

Question 14 of 30

Statham starred in what 2011 remake of a Charles Bronson film?

"Death Wish"

"The Stone Killer"

"The Mechanic"

He played the role of assassin Arthur Bishop in the remake of "The Mechanic."

Question 15 of 30

What was Statham's ride in the 2002 film "The Transporter?"

a BMW

That would be a tricked out 1998 750iL BMW.

a Jaguar

a Ferrari

Question 16 of 30

Statham's turn in the remake of The Mechanic inspired what 2016 sequel?

"Mechanic: Resurrection"

He reprises his role of Arthur Bishop in "Mechanic: Resurrection." Other notable cast members include Jessica Alba and Tommy Lee Jones.

"Mechanic: Annihilation"

"Mechanic Redux"

Question 17 of 30

Jason Statham co-starred with Jet Li in what type of genre film?

political thriller

full length anime film

martial arts

That would be the martial arts film "The One."

Question 18 of 30

In the 2015 movie "Wild Card," Statham's character, Nick Wild, is what type of professional?

a race car driver

a bodyguard

He's a bodyguard with gambling issues.

a skier

Question 19 of 30

John Bridger and Charlie Croker mastermind a plot to steal $35 million in gold in what film?

"The Bank Job"

"The Italian Job"

That would be "The Italian Job." Jason Statham played the role of Handsome Rob, the driving expert.

"Death Race"

Question 20 of 30

In what film did Jason Statham's diving training come in pretty handy?

"The Expendables 3"

During the filming of "The Expendables 3," a truck carrying Statham went over a cliff into the ocean when its brakes failed. Quick thinking and some impressive diving and swimming skills saved him from serious injury -- or worse.

"The Italian Job"

"The One"

Question 21 of 30

What Jason Statham film was a remake of the popular 1975 science fiction film "Death Race 2000?"

"Death Race"

That would be "Death Race." Although promoted as a remake, the film's director (Paul W. S. Anderson) felt it was more a prequel than a recreation of the original.

"Mean Machine"

"Drive!"

Question 22 of 30

What was the name of the character he played in "Death Race?"

Pachenko

Machine Gun Joe

Jensen Ames

He played ex-con and accomplished driver Jensen Ames.

Question 23 of 30

In the 2006 film "Crank," Chev Chelios (Statham) has to keep his adrenaline levels elevated or what will happen?

a bomb will explode

poison will kill him

After being injected with poison by Verona, Chelios must keep his heart rate elevated or he'll die.

his daughter will be executed

Question 24 of 30

In the 2013 film "Redemption," Statham plays the role of Joseph Smith, a drunk and military deserter. What life changing event takes place?

He assumes someone else's identity.

He assumes the identity of the absent Damon.

He has a near-death experience and reforms.

He discovers he has a son.

Question 25 of 30

Jennifer Lopez starred with Jason Statham in what 2013 action film about an ethical thief?

"The Back-up Plan"

"The Boy Next Door"

"Parker"

The film was "Parker," with Statham in the title role. Michael Chiklis also starred.

Question 26 of 30

In which science fiction film directed by John Carpenter did Statham play opposite leggy blond actress Natasha Henstridge?

"Independence Day"

"Mars Attacks"

"Ghosts of Mars"

That would be "Ghosts of Mars."

Question 27 of 30

Statham was nominated for a 2016 Broadcast Film Critics Association award in what category?

best actor in a comedy

In acknowledgement of his comedic work in "Spy," he was nominated for the best actor in a comedy award.

best actor in a drama

best director

Question 28 of 30

Statham won a Women Film Critics Circle Award in 2006 for his character in "Crank." In what dubious category was his win?

most offensive male character

He won in the category Most Offensive Male Character. It was one occasion where being a loser might have had some real appeal.

most wooden performance

most forgettable character in an action film

Question 29 of 30

How old was Statham when he played his first professional role in "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels?"

27

31

Born July 26, 1967 in Shirebrook, Derbyshire, England, Statham was 31 during the filming of "Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels."